API 618 High Pressure Compressors

LMF API 618 compressors are recommended for demanding process applications requiring continuous 24/7 operation, high availability and project-specific engineering.

Each compressor is individually configured according to the gas composition, suction and discharge conditions, required capacity, operating profile and project specifications. Execution according to API 618 provides the basis for a robust compressor package designed for demanding long-term operation.

Technical Configuration

Depending on the application, LMF selects the appropriate:

  • Number of compression stages

  • Cylinder arrangement and material configuration

  • Piston rod, sealing and lubrication concept
  • Cooling system
  • Driver and speed
  • Capacity-regulation system
  • Pulsation and vibration control
  • Instrumentation and control concept

Thermodynamic calculations, rod-load evaluation and project-specific pulsation and vibration studies are incorporated into the compressor and package design as required.

Technical Range

  • Capacity: up to 50,000 Nm³/h
  • Discharge pressure: up to 250 bar
  • Power consumption: up to 6 MW

Gases and Applications

LMF configures API 618 compressors for different gases and gas mixtures according to their physical properties, purity requirements and operating conditions.

Typical applications include:

Scope of Supply

API 618 compressors can be supplied as individual compressor units or integrated into complete skid-mounted, modular, enclosed or containerized compressor packages.

Engineering, manufacturing, package integration, automation, assembly and testing are coordinated by LMF as a one-stop-shop solution engineered in Austria.

Selected API 618 Compressor References

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FAQs

API 618 compressors are particularly suitable for continuous heavy-duty process applications requiring high availability, robust design and detailed project-specific engineering.

API 618 specifies minimum requirements for reciprocating compressors and their associated equipment in petroleum, chemical and gas industry services. Customer specifications and project requirements can introduce additional design and documentation requirements.

No. API 618 defines requirements for compressor and package execution. Mechanical arrangement, number of compression stages, materials, cooling, sealing and lubrication are selected according to the gas and process conditions.

Both standards define requirements for reciprocating compressor packages but address different project and application requirements. API 618 is generally applied to demanding heavy-duty process services, while ISO 13631 provides an alternative basis for packaged high-speed reciprocating compressors. Final selection depends on the operating conditions and project specifications.

Yes. Depending on the gas composition, purity requirements and operating conditions, LMF provides lubricated or non-lubricated API 618 compressor configurations. The appropriate sealing and lubrication concept is determined during project engineering.